Rose Noire Absolue is an emotional and delicate fragrance from the brand Giorgio Valenti. Top notes are juicy (apple, freesia and tangerine), the heart is velvety and floral (peach, jasmine, rose and lily of the valley) and the base is sensual with notes of sandalwood, musk and oak moss.

Available as 60 and 100 ml EDP.

Perfume rating:
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Rose Noire Absolue Fragrance Reviews

myram7

I received a sample with a swap and I LOVED this scent! When I ordered it and smelled it from the bottle from the first time...it was a HUGE disappointment. While it's okay smelling, it wasn't at all close to what I smelled in the tester bottle - which was sweet, rosey and almost gourmand. I don't know if I got a crap bottle from eBay or maybe the sample vial had something sweet in it before, but now I'm trying to force myself to love this...but I don't. Guess I'll keep trying - but if someone is interested in swapping for another inexpensive rose...PM me :)

UPDATE 10/6/15: I don't know what it is...this "bad" bottle with the interesting smell...is really starting to grow on me....I started a return to eBay, but I'm thinking of just keeping it and buying another bottle just for a comparison. Another update when I get the new bottle...

Sep 27 2015

shellapoo

I tried this fragrance for the first time today, and I'm not really sure how I feel about it. I LOVED the initial blast, which to my nose, was nothing but rose. I'm talking in your face, getting thorn scratches on your nose, overwhelming in a wonderful way, rose. Sadly, that faded away within about a half an hour. Somewhere in that half hour I smelled a distinct hint of smoke(?). I don't know where that came from...smoke isn't listed as one of the notes. Other than the predominant rose and hint of smoke, I really couldn't identify any other notes at all. I'm not very disappointed about that since what attracted me to this scent was the rose, but it is odd that I can't smell anything else. The huge disappointment with this for me is that my skin ate it so fast. I got about half hour to one hour of being able to smell the rose. After that, for a couple of hours I could smell it faintly if I held my wrist up to my nose, but after the two hour mark, I couldn't even smell that. Overall, if the sillage and longevity improved, I'd be happy with this, but as it is, I'm very disappointed.

May 29 2015

VanillaTabbyCat1963

Just received this in the mail yesterday. I usually don't write about fragrances soon after I get them, as I need to have a period of time to reflect and understand it's sum parts.

But I bought Rose Noire Absolute thinking it was going to be an old fashioned, English rose type of scent which would be fitting of my personality. I have been spoiled by Joy and Tea Rose, which both are fleshed out and realistic as smelling rose as in nature, thorns, stems, rainwater and that cold, fresh chilly freshness that reminds me of a rose covered in rain on a cold spring morning.

This fragrance is different, more like smelling rose on body or face powder. It would be too easy to resign myself and say I am disappointed, but I don't give up like that. I defy myself to discover what it is about this fragrance that make others enjoy it. For me, that is part of the game, the intrigue involved in becoming acquainted with something I don't yet understand. My nose is confused at the moment as I have been wearing a really powerful Orchid scented oil for about a week now...To be continued

Sep 25 2014

megrim

Another blind buy for me as it was on special from an already low price point.

I have been consistently impressed with this fragrance. It's extremely versatile, it doesn't scream any certain time of day, or even season. For its' low price it presents as a remarkable, sophisticated, if simple, frag.

A lovely, apple fresh opening quickly morphs into a delightful, clear rose. The drydown is stellar, with the rose lasting beautifully and remaining clean and glossy, with a warm, dry, but still light-handed sandalwood rounding out the base. That same sandalwood helps prevent the rose from becoming too 'fluro pink' during the heart too. A surprisingly well balanced scent.

Whilst I agree totally that this is a 'pale pink' type of scent, it's not a bubble-gum, Barbie pink. This is a dusty pale pink, low on saturation and without much smoke. Clear, sweet - but not sickeningly so. Old world rose in colour, but utterly contemporary to the nose.

It certainly leans feminine, but, as a man I have worn it solo on the occasional crisp, spring day - especially if I'm going to be outdoors, picnicking or enjoying a day in the park.

The real value for me as a man, is that I find this layers in a spectacular fashion with some of the bone-dry, bitter mens' fragrances I inherited from my father. All of which have that signature bitter, herbal spice that was so prevalent in the 70's/80/s. A dash of this over the top of them adds a glorious, singing, floral sweetness - just enough to offset the chemical bitterness of some of the more severe mens' offerings.

Longevity is remarkable, sillage is on the softer side of moderate, but never feels wanting. This is a light, spring morning, not a incense-filled, red wine monster.

Jun 04 2014

ialwayssmellgood

I really like this one. The rose mingles very well with the tangerine and cedar to make a soft but very noticeable scent.I also love the way the jasmine and freesia smell together in this scent. The sillage and longevity are great and so is the price. It makes me curious about the rest of them including the original. Great blind buy!

Jun 04 2014

yola40

A little upset due to purchasing it at a mall and the price was way more than the ones online. I really like the scent on me, it is simple and refreshing.
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Jun 01 2014

jemille

I really like this fragrance. It's a sweet mix of rose and apple with hints of other notes. It lasts for about 5 hours on me. I bought a big bottle of it years ago and have not once regretted it. I'll definitely buy it again when I run out.

Jul 30 2013

anagials

This perfume is pleasant but somehow it smells like Febreeze on me. I just bought it from Amazon today along with Rose Noire but I'll return both unfortunately.

Apr 24 2013

Fragaria

The description of light pink scent is exactly that. I just got this and all I can add is that, this is a serene, dusty, peaceful rose. It's calming and I love the dusty smell. It takes me away to an attic in an old abandon home. The memories of people you might not even know hurl about as you move objects and stir the dust, at the same time, smelling a fragrant rose bush from outside the broken window drift in. This is a very faint rose and it's a great addition to any collection because the bottle and box alone are worth having. This isn't a diamond and will never shine, but it's sparkle brings a smile as genuine as a dime store bargain.

Aug 08 2012

EDP

This perfume has a very pleasant scent. I agree with previous reviewer - it's very simple (in a good way). I can smell red apples, morning rose and some peaches. It's very clean, light and delicate. This perfume definitely worth the money I paid. Great for spring and summer. Very feminine and airy. It is a light pink scent (if you know what I mean). :) I'd recommend it to buy for young women. You will not be disappointed.

Apr 19 2012

Guest_Kharnak

Rather simple, but very delicate and pleasant. Well blended.
Sweet Floral Rose, Apple, Peach, and of course, delicate Freesia. Fruits become more apparant as it dries.
Decent lasting power, it survives a couple hand washings.

This smells like a light version of Nanette Lepore (pink bottle) this is more subtle, light & airy. A nice inoffensive sweet scent. Lasting power actually pretty good. Sillage O.K. If you like Nanette Lepore why not give it a try.

Aug 16 2011

pipi1

it smells very similar to Dior`s Jadore,average lasting power

Jul 12 2010

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